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Increased spending on more expensive home improvements is leading to a growth in the conservatory market. But what could such a renovation offer your property?

Spring is finally within touching distance - as are its much-anticipated longer evenings.

And it seems the opportunity to increase the light in our lives is giving a welcome boost to both conservatory and glass extensions, according to a recent study.

AMA Research, which provides market research to the UK building and construction industries, says a wider range of more sophisticated products, from conservatories to sleek glass extensions, is fuelling an interest among homeowners attracted by bespoke designs and important new product features such as improved thermal efficiency and self-cleaning glass.

Bridging the gap between home and garden, glazed extensions can keep temperatures consistent all year round and give uncompromising views of the sky during the summer sunshine.

For years, the traditional conservatory has provided families with an opportunity to blur the margins between the comfort of their home and the space in their garden but many modern glass extensions are now taking this idea to the next level.

Cocoon-like environments entirely made of glass are both stylish and adventurous and are proving a big hit with those keen to make dramatic changes to their living space.

Available in various shapes, sizes, materials and colours, the sleek and innovative constructions can be designed to suit anything from the newly-built modern semi through to the renovated farmhouse or period property.

They can be fitted with bi-fold doors, which truly allow the outdoors into the home by opening up and making use of every inch of available space.

Glass extensions provide a bold way of adding glamour to a property while also building both a spacious and useful new area - not to mention the prospect of adding thousands of pounds to the price of the property once the project is complete.

TO FIND OUT MORE

In Kent, windows, doors and conservatory specialist Britelite offers a wide range of bespoke conservatories and glass extensions, some of which are available to view at the company's showcentres in Maidstone and Westgate.

For more information visit www.britelitewindows.co.uk or telephone the freephone number 0800 505070.